Rio100 used a strong last 24 hours to be first to finish in the 2024 PV Race, crossing the line at 07:36:25 Wednesday morning for an elapsed time of 3 days, 19 hours, 16 minutes, 25 seconds. In addition to their first to finish result, Rio100 has set the corrected time to beat. Based on predictions from recent progress on the course this time has a chance to be competitive against the rest of the fleet who still have a day of racing + to go. Rio100 has raced to PV 3 previous times, in 2016 (16th overall), 2018 (9th overall), and 2022 (9th overall). Could this be the year where the accolades include corrected time success in addition to elapsed time elite preformance?

Daily 0800 Projected Standings

Projected contenders this morning include Lucky Duck, Peligroso, BadPak and Pyewacket with estimated corrected times right around Rio's mark. BadPak and Peligroso remain within a few miles of each other and will likely eat up the miles between them and Lucky Duck 40+ miles ahead on the last leg of the race. While Pyewacket will sail in different conditions 60+ miles behind the other top contenders leaving lots of room for gains or losses along the way meaning this race is up for grabs and should have an exciting finish.

The finish line is 15 miles further out of Banderas Bay this year, and leaves a 30 mile transit from the finish line to the marina. Rio100 and GoodEnergy have draft's too deep to allow access to the marina and are graciously given permission by the Mexican Navy to tie up near the cruise ships at the Naval Base outside Marina Vallarta. The tie up and crew removal exercise has often been done in the dark and late hours on a typical race, but looks to be a day time process this year. San Diego Yacht Club and the customs agents will greet the finishers upon arrival for processing into Mexico and service of Mexican refreshments with tropical conditions and sunny skies.

Boat Commentary Wednesday morning:

Amazing Grace: "Last night was the best yet, about 4 hours of 18-22 knots of wind, followed by several hours more of winds 10-15. Finally on the rhumb line to PV."

Good Call: "Attack of the mini-krakens [flying fish] last night as we rounded Falso in 20K of breeze for several hours. Several "stinky" head shots were endured by the Good Call crew who were foolish enough to stand in the main hatch. Had to spring into action ASAP as the little buggers can do a number by staining our pretty teak decks!"

Trouble: "Had some great breeze last night, up to 20kts at times, boat speeds over 15 kts. Great fun!"